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USDA Alabama

U.S. Senator Katie Britt is praising the appointment of five Alabama agriculture leaders to the USDA's Farm Service Agency State Committee.

America’s top young farm family hails from the heart of central Alabama. Drew and Lauren Wendland of Autauga County received the Achievement Award during American Farm Bureau Federation’s Annual Convention Jan. 12 in Anaheim, California. The accolade honors the Wendlands’ impact at Autauga Farming Co. (AFC) in Autaugaville, plus Farm Bureau involvement, civic service and […]

Alabama Training Network

The Alabama Technology Network is now the Alabama Training Network, a name change that better reflects the organization’s mission.

Alabama AI

In 2024, Governor Ivey formed a AI Task Force to address how the state should govern AI systems. Now comes the harder part: Implementation.

A $1B investment by the Department of War into L3Harris Technologies’ missile business could have significant implications for Alabama.

William Newman

Lt. Governor Will Ainsworth announced on Tuesday that William Newman has been appointed to serve as deputy chief of staff in his office.

Kay Ivey

Governor Kay Ivey kicked off the Alabama Legislature’s 2026 regular session with a message of demonstrable wins for the people of the state.

David Turner Regions

Regions announced Chief Financial Officer David Turner will retire March 31 following a nearly 40-year career in auditing and finance.

Terri Sewell

Alabama Congresswoman Terri Sewell finished 2025 near the very top of a list no lawmaker wants to have to explain.

Alabama Tennessee RiverLine

A new Alabama-based representative for the Tennessee RiverLine is set to strengthen local partnerships and expand access to outdoor rec.

Alabama whisky

The Clyde May’s whiskey company recently opened a distillery, gift shop, and tasting room in Troy with much public fanfare.

The Alabama Department of Workforce has opened a new Athens-Limestone Career Center at Athens State University.

Alabama’s economy showed continued strength in November as the state’s unemployment rate declined and wage and salary employment reached a new record high.

Representatives for Alabama’s economic development interests in the Republic of Korea visited the state earlier this month.

A picturesque landmark in north Jefferson County is being prepared to transform Hallmark Farms into the Alabama Farm Center.

UAB Health System has announced its acquisition of Southview Medical Group.

Longleaf Lodge

Alabama-based Longleaf Recovery & Wellness won approval for Longleaf Lodge, a new residential substance use treatment center in Shelby County.

Navy Alabama ships

President Donald Trump has announced plans to expand the U.S. military, particularly the Navy, and Alabama is expected to play a big role.

Milo’s Tea Company has permanently closed its Homewood manufacturing facility, ending operations at the site effective January 5.

EDAA names Robin Ricks as new executive director

The Economic Development Association of Alabama (EDAA) has named Robin Ricks as its new executive director, effective January 20.

NASA Huntsville

Two of the most recognizable test structures on NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center campus are coming down next weekend.

Energy Southeast announced the retirement of Lisa Miller, manager of external affairs.

Alabamians for Legal Reform

Alabamians for Legal Reform is a new professional advocacy organization promoting fairness and balance within Alabama’s civil justice system.

ASCTE is preparing Alabama students to work with AI – not be replaced by it

At the Alabama School of Cyber Technology and Engineering (ASCTE), the future isn’t something to fear; it’s something to shape.